Latest Information from the Town of Kill Devil Hills

As we do our part to slow the spread of COVID-19 in our community, by encouraging social distancing, access to our offices remain restricted. All Town Departments have made adjustments to continue serving you in a safe, yet, proficient manner. Many services can be conducted by phone, email, fax, or by using our website. Please visit our website, www.kdhnc.com for each Department’s contact information.

The Town of Kill Devil Hills offices will be closed on Friday, 4/10/20, in observance of Good Friday. All Town offices will reopen at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, 4/13/20.

Water disconnections for nonpayment are suspended until 6/1/20. In addition, no new penalties or late fees will be applied during this time. However, customers are still responsible for making payments for water services. If you would like to set up a six-month payment plan, contact our Public Services Department at 252-480-4080. More information can also be found on the Town’s website.

COVID-19 Bulletin #35 from Dare County Emergency Management

In North Carolina, there are currently 3,426 cases of COVID-19 in 90 counties. There have been 53 fatalities in NC associated with COVID-19. Currently, the state is reporting 386 hospitalizations across the state from COVID-19 illness.

To date, Dare County has reported ten positive test results for COVID-19. Of the ten individuals who have tested positive, 5 have completely recovered, 3 are asymptomatic (meaning they have not experienced any COVID-19 symptoms), 1 is recovering in isolation and 1 remains hospitalized out of the county.

Ongoing Preparedness Efforts Many have asked questions about Dare County's readiness in the event we begin to see a large increase in the number of positive COVID-19 cases. Across the nation, state, as well as in Dare County, agencies are taking all steps possible to address the COVID-19 public health emergency.

The Dare County Department of Health & Human Services Public Health Division’s epidemiology team composed of the health director, communicable disease nurse, clinical director, health education director, environmental health supervisor, communications specialist and several other key staff members has been meeting weekly, and some weeks daily, since the first week of February. The team also has weekly conference calls with the North Carolina State Epidemiologist Dr. Zach Moore to discuss various outbreak indicator models. The team continues planning and revising plans accordingly. Dare County is fortunate to have a very strong local epidemiology team as well as exceptional epidemiology support at the state level.Read more. . .

Spread Kindness Not Germs

Need a little stress relief? Or maybe something to keep the kids busy? Outer Banks artist Stephanie Kiker is providing help with that! During this difficult time, she is graciously sharing some of her coloring pages, at no cost. The coloring pages feature line drawings of Stephanie's artwork. Visit Stephanie Kiker Designs to pick and print your coloring pages.